Kids from Canada Share their Thoughts After Meeting Frankie Via Skype

Posted by Barbara Techel

These are all very wonderful, but I'd have to say my favorite one is the first one and how Ashlea realized to look for the blessing even in hard situations.  Way to go, Ashlea!!  Be sure to check out their fun blog as they will be updating it throughout the school year.

"I really liked when you told us that there is always a blessing in something bad that happens. It was also cool when you showed us how to put Frankie in her wheels." Ashlea Age 9

"I really enjoyed when I got to ask questions! I was very excited when I got to ask my question. Frankie must be a truly happy dog" Amanpreet, Age 9

"Our Skype was so fun! I really like when Frankie put on her life jacket for the bathtub. I also liked her train costume. I really liked learning more about Frankie" Josh, Age 9

~"My favourite part was when we found out what it was like to have a disability. I enjoyed talking to you and Frankie. I really liked the video of her walking. I think she should be in the Olympics." Cassie Age 9

~"Our Skype experience was amazing. I liked learning about Frankie. Frankie looked cute in her costume." Stephanie Age 9

~"I really liked how we got to Skype with you and Frankie. It was a great experience seeing Frankie. Thank you once more for choosing our class. That was very exciting. I loved it!" Jazzie Age 9

~"Our Skype experience was so fun! It was so cool how we learned so much about Frankie!" Dakota Age 9

~"I really enjoyed Skyping with Frankie and Barb. I really liked when Frankie was in the Pet Hall of Fame because I never thought that any kind of pet could actually be in the Pet Hall of Fame! Thank you Barb for skyping. I really really liked it!" Rachel Age 9

~"My class and I loved the picture of Frankie and Kylie cuddled up together. We were amazed by the book you read us!" Brandon Age 8

~"My favourite part was talking to you and Frankie and have a great experience with you. I loved learning about how Frankie got hurt." Aly Age 9

Paralyzed Dachshund Walks Again- Paw Nation

Posted by Barbara Techel

Photo:  Geoff Robinson Photography
What a great story about Henry, the adorable doxie who took part in a study and is starting to walk again.  Woo hoo!

It is so hard for me to hear from someone who tells me their vet has told them the only option is to put their dog to sleep if it can’t walk…. but they did research on their own and discovered they can indeed help their pet.  When they find me and my story, I am so thrilled to share with them that there is HOPE, just like Henry’s story.

While not everyone can take part in such a wonderful study, I do want to let others know that there is always hope for their dogs even if they can’t be a part of the study.  If fitted for a dog wheelchair it is amazing what can happen with that as well.  Frankie is proof.

Though she still needs her wheelchair for longer walks, and to best support her spine, her wheels have kept the muscle tone in her back legs very strong.  When she walks in her wheels you will sometimes see her back legs move.  This is called spinal walk.  This means her brain is not making the connection to the spine, but because of her front legs moving, her back legs will mimic following along.  This has given her the ability to stand for moments at a time when not in her wheelchair, as well as hop like a bunny at times.  I believe her therapy wheelchair is a big reason why she is able to have some mobility now.

What I really want to encourage in others is if you can’t afford or even have in your area a dog rehabilitation center where you can go for physical therapy for your dog, there are still so many options.  I had a vet who specializes in spinal injuries in Dachshunds show me some physical therapy I could do on my own for Frankie.  I also did swim therapy in our bathtub with Frankie.  So where there is a will, there is a way… and there is ALWAYS HOPE.

You Can Meet Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dog LIVE on the Internet… Virtual Visits Now Available!

Posted by Barbara Techel

GIVE CHILDREN THE GIFT OF POSSIBILITY

  •  Inspire them to look past what may be considered misfortunes
  •  Teach them to face challenges head on
  • Give them hope that no matter what, all things are possible

Official Mascot for National Disabled Pets Day & Wisconsin Pet Hall of Fame Companion,  Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dog will leave an everlasting and loving paw print on their heart

Frankie and I are asking for your help.  It really is quite easy to do… and for helping us we have a free gift for you (keep reading for details).

We are now offering Virtual Visits with Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dog!  We are now able to do our Frankie presentations that we currently offer to our local schools in person (and rolling dog!) via the free software of Skype and a web cam, but these are done… well, virtually!!  Here is a video clip explaining.

Would you be willing to forward this message to any elementary teachers or librarians you know?  We would certainly appreciate your efforts.  Just email us that you forwarded it and we will send you a link to download Frankie’s Activity E-book for free! 

Please be sure to share with any teachers or librarians that you do forward this to that the first one to contact us will receive their Virtual Visit for FREE!

Check out this resource on how to set up a Virtual Visit…

Thank you so much for your help and for helping us spread Frankie’s message of hope and inspiration!